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Bacfen 10mg Tablet 10’S
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Introduction About BACFEN 10MG TABLET
BACFEN 10MG TABLET contains Baclofen which
belongs to the group of medicines called Muscle relaxants. It is used
to manage muscle spasms caused due to cerebral palsy, multiple
sclerosis, stroke or due to any other nerve or spinal cord disorders.
Before
taking BACFEN 10MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have diabetes,
hypertension or any problems with your lung, liver, kidney or heart. You
must also inform your doctor if you have fits, problems in urination,
any mental illness or a previous history of alcoholism or drug abuse.
BACFEN
10MG TABLET should not be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women
unless considered necessary by the physician. During management with
BACFEN 10MG TABLET, your doctor will periodically monitor your health
condition through several blood tests and urine tests to avoid the risk
of unwanted side effects.
BACFEN 10MG TABLET may causes excessive
sleepiness. Therefore, avoid engaging into hazardous activities that
requires complete alertness. Do not drive or handle any heavy tools or
machines. Also, avoid consumption of alcohol as it may make you feel
drowsier.
The most common side effects of taking BACFEN 10MG
TABLET are drowsiness, confusion, weakness and feeling unsteady or
shaky. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen. You must also
inform your doctor immediately if you feel extremely sad or depressed
along with thoughts of committing suicide after taking BACFEN 10MG
TABLET.
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Uses Of BACFEN 10MG TABLET
- Manage muscle spasms (painful muscle contractions)
How BACFEN 10MG TABLET Works
BACFEN
10MG TABLET is a muscle relaxant. It acts by increasing the effects of
certain chemical messengers (such as GABA) in the spinal cord that
induces muscle relaxation. As a result, it manages muscle twitching,
relieves pain caused due to muscle spasms and improves muscle movement.
How to use BACFEN 10MG TABLET
Take
BACFEN 10MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine
with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It is
preferably taken with food or milk to avoid nausea.
Your doctor
will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending
upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Do not stop
taking BACFEN 10MG TABLET without consulting your doctor as it may cause
withdrawal symptoms such as muscle spasms, increased muscle tightness,
fast heart rate, fever, confusion, hallucinations, mood changes, mental
disorders, feeling attacked or persecuted or convulsions (fits).
Side Effects Of BACFEN 10MG TABLET
Common
- nausea, vomiting
- tiredness, sleepiness
- weak limbs, muscle pain
- constipation, diarrhoea, dry mouth
- lack of sleep, nightmares
- confusion, hallucination
- breathing difficulties
- vision problems
- urge to pass urine
- feeling unsteady or shaky
- feeling faint due to low blood pressure
- skin rash, sweating
- increased liver enzymes
Rare
- numbness or tingling in hands or feet
- change in sense of taste
- slurred or slow speech
- sexual problems in men, such as impotence
- convulsions (fits)
Stop taking BACFEN 10MG TABLET and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects such as:
- feeling extremely depressed with thoughts of harming or killing themselves (suicidal thoughts)
- signs
of severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of
the face, lips, throat or tongue causing difficulty in breathing or
swallowing) - uncontrollable muscle spasms affecting the eyes, head, neck or body
- irregular or slow heartbeat, breathing difficulties, chest pain
- fainting or seizures (fits)
- behavioural
changes (such as aggression, excitement, confusion, restlessness,
agitation, irritability, rages, hallucinations, nightmares) - difficulty in passing urine, bloody urine, painful urination
How To Manage Side Effects
Constipation
Eat
plenty of fiber rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and cereals
and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor
if the symptom did not improve.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take
BACFEN 10MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to
simple meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if
your nausea worsens.
Sleepiness
Try
to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any
tools or machines completely while you are feeling sleepy. Do not
consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your sleepiness.
Consult your doctor if your sleepiness worsens.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Monitoring required
BACFEN
10MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless
considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor
before taking it.
Breastfeeding
Use with Caution
BACFEN 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with Caution
Do
not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you feel drowsy,
dizzy or problems with your vision after taking BACFEN 10MG TABLET.
Alcohol
Consult your doctor
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking BACFEN 10MG TABLET as it may make you feel dizzier or drowsier.
Kidney
Use with Caution
BACFEN
10MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Liver
Use with Caution
BACFEN 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Allergy
Contraindicated
Do not take BACFEN 10MG TABLET if you are allergic to Baclofen.
Lungs
Use with Caution
BACFEN 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with lung problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Heart Disease
Use with Caution
BACFEN 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Use In Pediatrics
Monitoring required
BACFEN
10MG TABLET can be used in children and adolescents aged below 18 years
if prescribed by the physician. However, it is not suitable for use in
children weighing below 33kg of body weight. Therefore, consult your
doctor for advice.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with Caution
BACFEN 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Others
BACFEN 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- have ever had a stomach ulcer
Before taking BACFEN 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:
- have ever had stroke in the past
- have epilepsy (fits)
- have any mental illness
- have high blood pressure
- have Parkinson’s disease (shaking, stiffness and difficulty with walking or balance)
- have diabetes
- have difficulties in passing urine
- are an alcoholic or have a history of drug abuse or dependence
- are scheduled for any surgery in the upcoming days
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking BACFEN 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:
- Other muscle relaxants (Ex. tizanidine)
- Antidepressants (Ex. lithium, amitriptyline)
- Antihypertensives (Ex. diltiazem)
- Pain killers (Ex. ibuprofen, morphine)
- Anti-Parkinsonian agents Ex. levodopa or carbidopa)
- Antiallergic medicines (Ex. promethazine)
- Sedatives (Ex. temazepam)
- Antiepileptics (Ex. carbamazepine)
B. Drug-Food interactions:
BACFEN 10MG TABLET can be taken with food or milk.
Overdosage:
If
you or anyone else accidentally took more BACFEN 10MG TABLET, consult
your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of
overdose might include increased drowsiness, difficulties in breathing,
feeling faint, muscle weakness, confusion, hallucinations, fits, low
blood pressure, slow heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, excessive
saliva production or reflex problems, etc.
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